Why you should drink banana tea: the benefits and method of preparation are revealed

Banana tea is very good for health. It not only tastes great, but also reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by saturating the body with nutrients.

OBOZREVATEL offers to learn more about its benefits and cooking features published on cocinafacil.com.mx.

Benefits of banana tea

• Thanks to its high levels of tryptophan, it fights insomnia by promoting the production of serotonin and melatonin (sleep hormones).
• It is ideal after exercise as it helps to relax muscles.
• Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
• Fights fluid retention and helps cleanse the kidneys.

• Provides a large amount of antioxidants that protect body cells from free radicals.
• Relieves muscle spasms and reduces bloating.
• Fights stress and anxiety, helping to relax.
• Reduces blood pressure.
• It has a low calorie content, which makes it ideal for dieting.

Preparation.

1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2. Wash the banana and cut off the ends on both sides without peeling the rest of the fruit.
3. Add to the boiling water and leave for 10-15 minutes (you can use the whole thing or cut into slices, but always with the peel).
4. Remove the banana and serve the tea.
5. Optionally, you can add a little cinnamon or honey to sweeten it.

Choosing bananas

The degree of maturity of a banana directly affects its nutritional properties. A green one consists mainly of starch, a glucose-containing polysaccharide that gradually releases energy into the bloodstream. It makes it difficult to digest, so it can cause flatulence.

A ripe banana, on the other hand, contains 90% sucrose and only 7% starch. Sucrose consists of glucose and fructose molecules. The latter is absorbed into the bloodstream much faster. In addition, it has a significant effect on blood glucose levels and insulin response.